SPORT
Results, analysis, interviews, and major sports events in Benin and around the world. This section covers all the latest sports news, from local fields to international arenas.
-
CAN 2025: Onazi sees Nigeria win a fourth title in Morocco
Despite a tricky context and a reshuffled squad, Ogenyi Onazi believes Nigeria has the resources needed to aim for a fourth continental title in Morocco. Former Nigerian international Ogenyi Onazi is decidedly optimistic about the Super Eagles’ chances at the… -
Boxing: Tyson Fury thinks Jake Paul can go the distance against Anthony Joshua
With just a few days until a highly publicized fight in Miami, Tyson Fury believes Jake Paul has what it takes to go the distance in his showdown with Anthony Joshua. Former heavyweight world champion Tyson Fury has weighed in… -
AFCON 2025: Samir Trabelsi bets on continuity to revive Tunisia
Sami Trabelsi unveiled a 28-player squad mixing returning leaders, defensive stability and targeted tweaks, with the ambition of bringing the Carthage Eagles back to the forefront at AFCON 2025. Tunisia revealed a 28-player list for AFCON 2025, which opens in… -
Manchester United shuts the door on Sergio Ramos’s return.
Once reportedly in the Red Devils’ sights, Sergio Ramos will not join Manchester United this winter,. Manchester United has put an end to speculation about a possible arrival of Sergio Ramos during the winter transfer window. For several days, rumors… -
AFCON 2025: Egypt’s squad, including Mohamed Salah
The Egypt national team coach has released the list of players called up for the final phase of AFCON 2025 in Morocco. And Hossam Hassan has called up a group of 28 Pharaohs, including Mohamed Salah. Despite his delicate situation… -
AFCON 2025 : Benin’s squad includes Mounié and Olaitan
Benin’s national coach has unveiled his squad for AFCON 2025. And Gernot Rohr has called up 28 Cheetahs, including Steve Mounié and Junior Olaitan. Much anticipated, Benin’s squad for the AFCON 2025 finals has been released. Coach Gernot Rohr has… -
Liverpool: “Not at the level for the Saudi Pro League” — Saudi Arabia cools Mo Salah
The owner of Al Kholood, Ben Harburg, dismissed the idea of a Mohamed Salah transfer to Saudi Arabia, saying the Egyptian star does not fit the demands and spirit of the Saudi Pro League. Al Kholood owner Ben Harburg has… -
Portugal: Cristiano Ronaldo reacts to Rui Patrício’s retirement
Cristiano Ronaldo paid a heartfelt tribute to Rui Patricio after the announcement of the sporting retirement of the legendary Portuguese goalkeeper. Al Nassr forward Cristiano Ronaldo welcomed the announcement of Rui Patricio’s retirement, paying tribute to the Portuguese goalkeeper’s exceptional… -
AFCON 2025: Nigeria’s squad with Victor Osimhen
Nigeria coach Eric Chelle has named 28 players for AFCON 2025, a list marked by the absence of captain William Troost-Ekong but highlighted by the presence of his leaders Victor Osimhen and Wilfred Ndidi. Nigeria coach Eric Chelle has revealed… -
DR Congo: Sébastien Desabre sets course ahead of AFCON 2025
Semi-finalists at the last edition, the DRC approaches AFCON 2025 with ambition but caution, determined to get through the group stage before dreaming bigger. A few days before the kick-off of the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, the Democratic… -
AFCON 2025: Morocco’s squad includes Achraf Hakimi
Morocco’s national team coach, Walid Regragui, published this Thursday the list of players selected for AFCON 2025. Achraf Hakimi is part of the squad. As host of AFCON 2025, Morocco unveiled this Thursday its list of players selected for the… -
AFCON 2025: “We’re with a new generation that has…”, Steve Mounié
In remarks relayed by Africafootunited, Steve Mounié spoke about Benin’s chances at AFCON 2025. And the Cheetahs’ captain said his teammates are very motivated and determined to go far in this tournament. Six years after their last appearance, Benin will… -
CAN 2025: Claude Le Roy names his favorites
Former Ghana and Togo head coach Claude Le Roy believes the Atlas Lions and the Super Eagles will go into the competition with a clear advantage over their rivals. Former Ghana head coach Claude Le Roy gave his predictions about… -
Victor Osimhen named Athlete of the Year at the GQ Türkiye Awards 2025
Victor Osimhen was honored Wednesday evening at the GQ Türkiye Men of the Year Awards 2025. The Galatasaray forward, who produced an exceptional season capped by a domestic double and a flood of goals, becomes the first Nigerian to win… -
Champions League: Haaland joins Osimhen, Mbappé still untouchable, top scorers table
Thanks to his goal at the Bernabéu, Erling Haaland has drawn level with Victor Osimhen in the top scorer standings, but remains far behind an irresistible Kylian Mbappé in the Champions League. Manchester City forward Erling Haaland has joined Victor… -
Champions League: five clubs already qualified for the round of 16
PSG, Manchester City and Atalanta have joined Arsenal and Bayern Munich among the first clubs guaranteed to play in the round of 16 or the play-offs of the new European format. At least five clubs have already secured their ticket… -
Real Madrid 1 – 2 Man City: Guardiola hails Rodrygo
Pep Guardiola revealed that he warmly congratulated the Madrid forward, Rodrygo, whom he called “incredible”, after Manchester City’s Champions League victory. Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola revealed the exchange he had with Rodrygo after the Citizens’ 2-1 win at the… -
AFCON 2025 – Late release of internationals: Uganda’s head coach slams FIFA
Uganda’s national coach, Paul Put, criticized a decision that disrupts teams’ preparations a week before the start of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, after FIFA pushed back the release date for African internationals to December 15. Uganda’s coach, Paul… -
AFCON 2025: Withdrawals confirmed for Andréas Hountondji and Felipe Santos
Benin will have to do without Felipe Santos and Andréas Hountondji, two key offensive players ruled out of CAN 2025 due to injuries. A hard blow for the Cheetahs. With only days to go before the final phase of CAN… -
AFCON 2025: Zambia’s squad list includes Patson Daka
Zambia has unveiled its squad for AFCON 2025 in Morocco. A 28-man group featuring star Patson Daka. Zambia’s national coach, Moses Sichone, has announced the list of players selected for the final phase of AFCON 2025. The tournament will take… -
AFCON 2025: Morocco, clear favorite?
Winner of the 1976 CAN in Ethiopia, Morocco has been chasing its second triumph in this competition for nearly 50 years. As the Sherifian Kingdom prepares to host the 35th edition, can the Lions de l’Atlas finally reach the top… -
AFCON 2025: Comoros’ final squad of 26 players
The Comoros coach has unveiled the squad selected for AFCON 2025. And Stéphane Cusin has called up a group of 26 Coelacanths. Comoros will also take part in the final phase of AFCON 2025. The Coelacanths will face Mali, Morocco… -
Paul Pogba is getting into camel racing.
In the midst of a sporting comeback after his suspension, Paul Pogba has taken on a new business venture. The AS M midfielder has entered the world of camel racing, becoming an investor and ambassador for Al Haboob. Paul Pogba… -
UCL: “Florentino Pérez would have sacked me within six months,” Guardiola ahead of Man City – Real Madrid
Before facing the Merengues in the Champions League, Pep Guardiola said the pressure at Real Madrid is such that he wouldn’t have survived six months on the bench last season. Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said he would have been… -
Champions League: Lamine Yamal dethrones Kylian Mbappé
At 17, FC Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal has become the player involved in the most Champions League goals before turning 18, thanks to a new assist in the win against Frankfurt. Barcelona’s young star, Lamine Yamal, set a new record… -
AFCON 2025: Ivory Coast squad without Nicolas Pépé and Simon Adingra
The Ivory Coast squad for the final phase of AFCON 2025 has been announced. Nicolas Pépé and Simon Adingra are missing. As defending champions, the Ivory Coast has also revealed its list of players selected for AFCON 2025. Coach Emerse… -
CAN 2025: Babangida sees Nigeria win the title
For former Nigerian international Tijani Babangida, only a victory in Morocco will erase the disappointment of being knocked out in the play-offs for the 2026 World Cup. Former Nigerian international Tijani Babangida believes the squad can turn the page on… -
Salah locked in a full-on standoff with Liverpool: Real Madrid ready to pounce
At odds with Arne Slot and left out of the squad, Mohamed Salah could leave Liverpool as early as this winter. Real Madrid is closely monitoring the situation and would be considering a move for the Egyptian forward. Mohamed Salah’s… -
Real Madrid: Zinedine Zidane tipped to succeed Xabi Alonso
Under pressure after another defeat, Xabi Alonso has a lot riding on the match against Manchester City. Real Madrid is already studying alternatives, including Zinédine Zidane and Jürgen Klopp, in the event of a parting of ways. The shadow of… -
AFCON 2025: Gabon’s squad with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang
Gabon national team coach Thierry Mouyouma has unveiled his list of players selected for the final tournament of AFCON 2025. Captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is part of the squad. Also in the running for the highly coveted trophy, Gabon announced its…